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Hamilton F1 REPLACEMENT issues team exit statement

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Lewis Hamilton’s Formula 1 replacement Kimi Antonelli has issued a statement as he departs his former team.

The young Italian has huge shoes to fill at Mercedes next season and into the future, replacing the seven-time champion and one of, if not the greatest, driver the sport has ever seen.

Lewis Hamilton: F1 star set for move to Ferrari in 2025

Antonelli had been tipped as the next rising star of the pinnacle of motorsport and despite only finishing sixth in the 2024 Formula 2 season, there are still high expectations awaiting him as he heads straight to the top with the Silver Arrows.

Fresh fears over Lewis Hamilton's Ferrari contract in 'danger' scenario

With Antonelli reportedly destined for greatness, Wolff will be eager to nurture his talent over time with George Russell now acting as the number one driver, the young Italian teenager instead perhaps Wolff’s vision for the future.

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Charlie Woods and NIL deals: Has Tiger Woods’ son joined the trend?

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In the modern sports landscape, branding is as critical as skill, and the rise of NIL (Name, Image, and Likeness) deals is transforming the way young athletes approach their careers. No longer limited by age, prodigies across various sports are signing lucrative sponsorship agreements, securing financial benefits alongside their athletic pursuits. Among the most talked-about prospects is 15-year-old Charlie Woods, the son of golfing legend Tiger Woods, who is already making headlines for his potential in golf. The buzz surrounding him has raised the question: has Charlie Woods signed an NIL deal?

Tiger Woods is a dad of 2: Get to know his kids - ABC News

Florida High School, where Charlie plays golf and is a student-athlete, has cleared the way for NIL opportunities. Following a recent decision by the Florida High School Athletic Association (FHSAA), high school athletes can now legally profit from their name, image, and likeness. This groundbreaking move allows young talents to work with agents and sponsors, opening up significant financial avenues. For Florida High’s standout players, including Woods, this could mean early access to deals that set them up for future success in their chosen sports.

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Fognini on the Big Three: “95% of People Prefer Federer”

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Fabio Fognini, 37, who has shared a generation with the Big Three of world tennis, commented on the impact these three legends have had on the sport, especially now that only Novak Djokovic remains active.

“We are talking about three myths. From a sporting perspective and as a tennis fan, I am a fan of Federer. Without disrespecting the other two, I believe if we ask 95% of people, they would say they prefer Roger Federer. It was a delight to watch him play. Djokovic, on the other hand, when he’s on form, steals time and doesn’t allow the other player to play. And Rafa, what can I say about him… he annihilates rivals both physically and psychologically. When I faced him, except in Monte Carlo, which I ended up winning, I couldn’t stand up; it was always like that. When we greeted each other at the net, I was ‘dead’, and the next day I was very exhausted. It was tremendous,” reminisced the Italian.

Roger Federer | Biography, Championships, & Facts | Britannica

Fognini has lost all four encounters against Roger Federer in his career and has won only 4 out of a total of 18 matches against Rafael Nadal; he has also never beaten Novak Djokovic, with 8 defeats in their head-to-head history.

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Simone Biles’ Christmas wish comes true amid Jonathan Owens’ sacrifices

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The Olympic legend and her NFL husband celebrate their first Christmas as a married couple in Chicago, prioritizing their love over tradition

simone Biles and Jonathan Owens are making their first Christmas as a married couple a moment to cherish. Despite their busy lives-Owens is preparing for a game with the Chicago Bears against the Seattle Seahawks the day after Christmas-the two will spend the holiday together in Chicago. Biles expressed excitement about their plans, noting, “It’ll be really nice to have our first Christmas alone together.”

Simone Biles defends husband Jonathan Owens against backlash over viral 'catch' comments | The Independent

This marks a significant change for the gymnast, who traditionally spent the holiday with her family. While the adjustment may be bittersweet, it underscores the couple’s commitment to nurturing their relationship amidst demanding schedules.

Christmas has always held a special place in Simone’s heart, thanks to her father, Ronald Biles. He went above and beyond to make her holiday wishes come true, though he often did so on his own practical terms. One year, young Simone persistently asked for a dog. Ronald initially tried to sidestep the request by gifting giant stuffed animals. But Simone’s determination eventually paid off.

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Tyson Fury says he hasn’t spoken to his wife for THREE MONTHS after locking himself away for his training camp ahead of heavyweight rematch with Oleksandr Usyk

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Tyson Fury has revealed he has not had any contact with his wife of 16 years in the last three months as he prepares for his rematch with Oleksandr Usyk this weekend.

Fury is set to face Usyk for the second time in seven months on Saturday night after losing to the Ukrainian on points in their first fight in May.

And there can be little doubt as to how seriously Fury is taking the fight as he plots his revenge.

Tyson Fury reveals the easiest fight of his career so far | DAZN News US

Speaking about his training camp, Fury told TNT Sports presenter Dev Sahni: ‘It’s been a long camp. Been away from my wife and kids for three months, I’ve not spoken to Paris at all for three months, not one word. Yeah, I’ve sacrificed a lot.’

Sahni responded that it would all be worth it if Fury wins the rematch, to which Fury replied: ‘It will be worth it, 100 per cent.’

Fury has been married to his wife, Paris, since 2008. The couple have seven children together, and she is often at ringside for his fights.

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Oleksandr Usyk vs Tyson Fury 2: Timing, pricing, booking details for fight night on Sky Sports Box Office

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Oleksandr Usyk and Tyson Fury rematch for the world heavyweight championship; the Riyadh Season event will be live on Sky Sports Box Office on Saturday December 21 with a variety of ways to book

Usyk-Fury 2 will start at 4pm, Saturday December 21 on Sky Sports Box Office (Sky channel 491).

The event is priced at £24.95 for Sky customers in the UK and €27.95 for Sky customers in the Republic of Ireland up until midnight on Friday December 20.

Oleksandr Usyk beats Tyson Fury by split decision to become the undisputed heavyweight champion

Thereafter £24.95 / €27.95 across all ‘self-service’ bookings (remote control/online) or £29.95 / €32.95 if booked via the phone (either IVR or agent) but note an additional £2 booking fee if via an agent will apply.

The event price will revert back to £24.95 / €27.95 (ROI) from midnight Saturday December 21.

Two repeat showings (full duration) will be shown at 8am and 6pm on Sunday December 22.

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Tyson Fury has been sparring with ‘British Mike Tyson’ ahead of Oleksandr Usyk rematch

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Tyson Fury has been sparring with a young boxer dubbed the ‘British Mike Tyson’ ahead of his rematch with Oleksandr Usyk.

The Gypsy King suffered the first defeat of his professional boxing career to Usyk in May, losing out on the title of undisputed heavyweight champion of the world to the Ukrainian via split decision. He is readying himself for revenge against the undefeated Usyk on December 21 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

Mike Tyson Has Now Made His Oleksandr Usyk vs Tyson Fury Rematch Prediction: "He Surprised Us All" - Seconds Out

Fury, 36, is leaving no stone unturned in his preparation for the sequel fight, drafting in six sparring partners of a similar height and build to Usyk in order to recreate his unique style. One of those is teenage boxing star and southpaw Moses Itauma.

 Tyson Fury sent ‘serious’ message by Mike Tyson ahead of Oleksandr Usyk rematch

Mike Tyson makes bold prediction for Tyson Fury vs Oleksandr Usyk - Boxing News - SPORTbible

 Oleksandr Usyk makes surprise Anthony Joshua claim as feelings clear before Tyson Fury fight

Born in Slovakia to a Nigerian father before moving to England, Itauma has been labelled ‘Britain’s Mike Tyson’ by the British press, thanks to his all-action approach to fighting. The 19-year-old is seen in the boxing community as a potential future world champion – and even Fury has conceded that he won’t want to face him in a serious contest.

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Anthony Joshua Career Earnings Hit $200 Million

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Anthony Joshua has surpassed the $200m mark in career earnings, making him one of boxing’s highest earners, surpassing heavyweight rival Tyson Fury and rising star Gervonta Davis..

The former two-time heavyweight champion earned $75m from fights in 2024 alone, placing him second only to Canelo Alvarez in yearly earnings. The Mexican champion matched Joshua’s fight purse but edged him in off-field earnings by $2m.

Anthony Joshua's Career Earnings Hit $200Million

Fury, 36, collected $50m in 2024, taking his career earnings to $150m, significantly behind Joshua’s impressive haul.

Meanwhile, Davis, 30, has accumulated $50m since his professional debut, with his recent bouts against Ryan Garcia and Frank Martin contributing nearly $20m to his wealth. Garcia himself has emerged as a pay-per-view star, amassing over $40m in career earnings

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Floyd Mayweather vs. John Gotti Rematch Date, Location Set; 2023 Fight Ended in Brawl

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Floyd Mayweather Jr. announced Saturday he and John Gotti III agreed to a rematch on Aug. 24 in Mexico City.

The pair previously fought in June 2023. The exhibition was ended in the sixth round. Gotti continued to throw punches at Mayweather after the stoppage, which sparked a wider brawl in and out of the ring.

Floyd Mayweather vs. John Gotti III: Live updates of the undercard and main event - MMA Fighting

Gotti, who’s the grandson of the late New York mob boss John Gotti, told Ariel Helwani on The MMA Hour shortly after the event he was open to a return encounter. He said Mayweather might have a hard time turning down the idea based on how much attention they generated from their post-fight melee.

Mayweather previously announced the two would square off during the week of Super Bowl LVIII. However, that came to nothing.

Floyd Mayweather Jr’s latest exhibition fight ends in mass brawl after ‘early stoppage’

The 47-year-old has maintained his retirement from boxing after beating UFC star Conor McGregor in 2017 and running his record to a perfect 50-0. Since then, he has scheduled a series of exhibitions, making no bones about the fact he’s getting paid handsomely for much less work than would be required in an official fight.

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I’ve shared the ring with Anthony Joshua and Daniel Dubois – this is who punches harder’

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Anthony Joshua and Daniel Dubois both might pack a punch, but they don’t hit as hard as David Price.

That is, at least, according to British heavyweight boxer Frazer Clarke, who has been in the ring with all three men. Joshua and Dubois are set to go head to head for the IBF heavyweight title on September 21 after undisputed champion Oleksandr Usyk was forcibly stripped of the belt.

Speaking on the Toe2Toe podcast, Andy Scott, Andy Clarke and Dan Azeez analysed Joshua vs Dubois

The bout pits two of the heaviest hitters in boxing against one another. But judging by Clarke’s recent comments, neither man can hold a candle to Price, who retired back in 2021.

It’s a different kind of punch but I think that on a single shot probably Joshua just [punches harder than Dubois],” Clarke, 32, told Boxing Social. “Joshua comes with a bit more speed than Dubois so they come sharp, Dubois is a real thud.

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